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An elderly Black man in a cream cardigan paints at an easel in a backyard at dusk while a red Shiba Inu sleeps beside it. 17 / 31

Earl Set Up His Easel at Dusk. Maple Settled In Right Beside It.

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A string light glows against the backyard fence as the day fades, and Earl sits in a folding chair before an easel, brush in one hand and palette on his knee. His cream cardigan is thick and soft and his glasses rest low as he studies the canvas, where a watery landscape of trees is taking shape. At his feet Maple the red Shiba Inu lies stretched out on the patio, eyes closed and a few loose wisps of fur on the stone around her, plainly asleep and in no way concerned with art.

Painting is a calming hobby that fits any age, and an evening outdoors with a relaxed dog is a pleasant way to practice. There are a few safety notes if your dog is nearby. Many art supplies, including some paints, solvents and cleaning liquids, can be harmful if a dog licks or drinks them, so keep jars lidded and out of reach, and use non-toxic products where possible. Shiba Inus shed a lot, especially in seasonal coat changes, so brushing her regularly keeps the fur off the canvas. A water bowl and a soft spot nearby keep her comfortable while you work.

Maple sleeps on, a model who refuses to pose. Earl smiles at her once in a while and adds a stroke. The painting may not include her, but the evening certainly does.

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